Vacancy available
Crestwood
Thornton, NSW
A beautifully appointed open home close to all amenities.
- 4 bed
- 2 bath
- 1 vacancy
- Female only
1 vacancy available · updated 14 Oct 2026
SIL Vacancies in Thornton
1 Supported Independent Living (SIL) vacancy in Thornton, NSW, in Thornton. Looking for SIL accommodation or housing in Thornton? Every home below has 24/7 on-site support.
- Real 24/7 on-site support
- Registered NDIS provider
Enquire or refer a participant
Support coordinators and families welcome. We respond within one business day.
At a glance
- SIL homes
- 1
- Vacancies
- 1
- Support
- 24/7 on-site
- Funding accepted
- Plan-managed, NDIA-managed, Self-managed
- Last updated
- 14 Oct 2026
Available SIL homes in Thornton
Living in Thornton
Thornton is a growing suburb in the City of Maitland, about 28 minutes by car from Newcastle's city centre and 13 minutes from the Maitland CBD. It has its own station on the Hunter train line, with services towards Newcastle and Maitland.
Stockland Green Hills at East Maitland is about 9 minutes away for larger shopping trips, and Maitland Hospital at Metford, the area's main public hospital, is roughly 9 minutes by car. Nearby Beresfield, Metford and Rutherford add more shops, sport and work options, so residents can build a routine without long trips.
How far is everything?
| From Thornton | Drive time |
|---|---|
| Thornton station | under 5 min |
| Maitland Hospital, Metford | about 9 min |
| Stockland Green Hills, East Maitland | about 9 min |
| Maitland CBD | about 13 min |
| John Hunter Hospital | about 22 min |
| Newcastle city centre | about 28 min |
Approximate off-peak drive times, measured from the suburb centre. We don't publish street addresses online.
How SIL, SDA and rent are paid
Three different things are paid three different ways. Knowing which is which makes the NDIS conversation easier.
Support (SIL)
NDIS funding
Pays for the support workers in the home — personal care, daily tasks, community access and overnight support.
Specially designed housing (SDA)
NDIS funding, if eligible
Separate funding for accessible or high-support housing, only for participants who meet SDA eligibility. Many SIL homes are not SDA.
Rent, food and bills
The participant
Usually paid from the Disability Support Pension. SIL funding can't be used for rent or groceries.
Source: NDIS — Supported independent living · NDIS — Types of home and living supports
How to move into a home in Thornton
- 1
Enquire
Call or send the form. We check the home suits the participant's needs.
- 2
Visit
Tour the home and meet the staff and housemates.
- 3
Trial stay
Try the home with a short stay using STA funding, if helpful.
- 4
Roster & quote
We prepare the roster of care and SIL quote with you and your support coordinator.
- 5
Move in
Typically 2–6 weeks once SIL funding and the home are confirmed.
SIL vacancies in Thornton: common questions
Yes. As of 14 Oct 2026 we have 1 vacancy in Thornton: Crestwood in Thornton. Call (02) 4988 7878 to confirm current availability.
Yes. Thornton has its own station on the Hunter line, with trains towards Maitland and Newcastle. Staff also support residents to get to appointments and activities.
About 13 minutes by car to the Maitland CBD and about 28 minutes to Newcastle's city centre.
Yes. We arrange a tour so the participant, family and support coordinator can see the home and meet the staff and housemates first.
Yes. Short Term Accommodation (STA) funding can be used for a trial stay of a few nights before any long-term move.
The participant pays rent, food and household bills, usually from the Disability Support Pension. NDIS SIL funding pays for the support, not the housing.
Plan-managed, NDIA-managed, Self-managed participants. Call us to check your plan before you apply.
Typically 2–6 weeks once SIL funding is in the plan and a home is confirmed. We can move faster when the need is urgent.
Looking for a SIL home in Thornton?
Send a quick enquiry or call the team. We'll confirm the fit and next steps within one business day.